Macarthur Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-KAR-thur / /məˈkɑːrθər/Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Scottish: son of Arthur; Gaelic: bear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Macarthur is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Artair', meaning 'son of Arthur'. It has historical significance in Scotland, particularly associated with the MacArthur clan. The name Arthur itself has roots in various legends, including those surrounding King Arthur, a legendary British leader. The name has been borne by notable figures in history, contributing to its prominence.
Trend Summary
The name Macarthur has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- MacArthur
- MacArther
International Variants
- MacArtair (Scottish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Macarthur was first seen in the United States in 1941. Macarthur has ranked as high as #787 nationally, which occurred in 1942, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Macarthur has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Macarthur (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 142 |
| 1943 | 60 |
| 1944 | 38 |
| 1945 | 35 |
| 1946 | 25 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 30 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 20 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |